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Origami Yoda is a real finger puppet made out of a real piece of paper.
Origami Yoda is a real finger puppet made out of a real piece of paper.
True
The narrator is certain that Origami Yoda can see the future.
The narrator is certain that Origami Yoda can see the future.
False
Harvey believes in Origami Yoda even for one second.
Harvey believes in Origami Yoda even for one second.
False
The narrator wants scientific evidence to prove if Origami Yoda is real.
The narrator wants scientific evidence to prove if Origami Yoda is real.
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Origami Yoda and the Night of Fun is narrated by Kellen.
Origami Yoda and the Night of Fun is narrated by Kellen.
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Dwight is considered a 'total loser' by others because he carries around Origami Yoda.
Dwight is considered a 'total loser' by others because he carries around Origami Yoda.
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Dwight downloaded instructions from the internet to create his own version of Origami Yoda.
Dwight downloaded instructions from the internet to create his own version of Origami Yoda.
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Dwight's behavior, including talking to Origami Yoda, makes him popular and well-liked by others.
Dwight's behavior, including talking to Origami Yoda, makes him popular and well-liked by others.
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The story takes place at the monthly PTA Fun Night in the school gymnasium.
The story takes place at the monthly PTA Fun Night in the school gymnasium.
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The narrator's friends and other students sit on the edge of the stage at the Fun Night.
The narrator's friends and other students sit on the edge of the stage at the Fun Night.
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Dwight's embarrassing behavior at the previous Fun Night makes him a subject of ridicule and embarrassment for the narrator and their friends.
Dwight's embarrassing behavior at the previous Fun Night makes him a subject of ridicule and embarrassment for the narrator and their friends.
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The narrator and their friends struggle to find the confidence to ask boys to dance at the Fun Night.
The narrator and their friends struggle to find the confidence to ask boys to dance at the Fun Night.
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Kellen and Harvey encourage the narrator to ask a girl named Hannah to dance at the Fun Night.
Kellen and Harvey encourage the narrator to ask a girl named Hannah to dance at the Fun Night.
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The story sets the stage for the events to unfold at the school's annual Talent Show.
The story sets the stage for the events to unfold at the school's annual Talent Show.
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The narrator is trying to understand the strange events happening and is commenting on each story to figure things out.
The narrator is trying to understand the strange events happening and is commenting on each story to figure things out.
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Dwight is the origami master of the school and created his own version of Origami Yoda.
Dwight is the origami master of the school and created his own version of Origami Yoda.
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Kellen discovers a 'pee stain' on his pants before school and tries to cover it up
Kellen discovers a 'pee stain' on his pants before school and tries to cover it up
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Kellen's friend Lance refuses to help him, leaving Kellen in a time crunch
Kellen's friend Lance refuses to help him, leaving Kellen in a time crunch
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Kellen cannot be late for homeroom again due to potential in-school suspension
Kellen cannot be late for homeroom again due to potential in-school suspension
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Dwight suggests wetting all of Kellen's pants to remove the appearance of a pee stain
Dwight suggests wetting all of Kellen's pants to remove the appearance of a pee stain
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Kellen follows Dwight's advice and arrives at homeroom just in time
Kellen follows Dwight's advice and arrives at homeroom just in time
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Kellen avoids punishment, and no one suspects he peed in his pants
Kellen avoids punishment, and no one suspects he peed in his pants
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Kellen credits Origami Yoda for the successful advice
Kellen credits Origami Yoda for the successful advice
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A debate arises over the effectiveness of Origami Yoda's guidance
A debate arises over the effectiveness of Origami Yoda's guidance
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Despite Dwight's shortcomings, his advice through Origami Yoda proves valuable
Despite Dwight's shortcomings, his advice through Origami Yoda proves valuable
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The story hints at another instance of Origami Yoda's impact in P.E. class
The story hints at another instance of Origami Yoda's impact in P.E. class
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The narrative suggests that Origami Yoda has the potential to change lives
The narrative suggests that Origami Yoda has the potential to change lives
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The book explores the transformative influence of Origami Yoda
The book explores the transformative influence of Origami Yoda
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Tommy hopes asking Hannah to dance will make Sara jealous and ask him to dance.
Tommy hopes asking Hannah to dance will make Sara jealous and ask him to dance.
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Dwight insists that Tommy should ask for advice from his paper Yoda finger puppet.
Dwight insists that Tommy should ask for advice from his paper Yoda finger puppet.
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The group unanimously finds Origami Yoda's advice embarrassing.
The group unanimously finds Origami Yoda's advice embarrassing.
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Tommy witnesses Hannah kiss a taller seventh-grader named Mark.
Tommy witnesses Hannah kiss a taller seventh-grader named Mark.
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Harvey dismisses the idea of magic and questions the credibility of Origami Yoda's advice.
Harvey dismisses the idea of magic and questions the credibility of Origami Yoda's advice.
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Kellen expresses reluctance to record the events involving Origami Yoda.
Kellen expresses reluctance to record the events involving Origami Yoda.
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The story captures Dwight's internal conflict about believing in magic.
The story captures Dwight's internal conflict about believing in magic.
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Tommy believes in magic and the influence of Origami Yoda's advice.
Tommy believes in magic and the influence of Origami Yoda's advice.
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The narrative involves the characters' interactions and conflicts over the credibility and influence of Origami Yoda's advice.
The narrative involves the characters' interactions and conflicts over the credibility and influence of Origami Yoda's advice.
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Tommy's friend, Kellen, records the events involving Origami Yoda.
Tommy's friend, Kellen, records the events involving Origami Yoda.
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Tommy is conflicted about the positive impact of Origami Yoda's advice.
Tommy is conflicted about the positive impact of Origami Yoda's advice.
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The story captures Tommy's internal conflict about believing in magic and the impact of Origami Yoda's advice on his decisions.
The story captures Tommy's internal conflict about believing in magic and the impact of Origami Yoda's advice on his decisions.
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The protagonist has always been successful in playing softball since first grade.
The protagonist has always been successful in playing softball since first grade.
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The protagonist seeks advice from Dwight's Yoda puppet to improve his softball game.
The protagonist seeks advice from Dwight's Yoda puppet to improve his softball game.
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Yoda advises the protagonist to embrace hate and revenge to improve his performance.
Yoda advises the protagonist to embrace hate and revenge to improve his performance.
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The protagonist refrains from swinging at high pitches during a P.E. game, following Yoda's advice.
The protagonist refrains from swinging at high pitches during a P.E. game, following Yoda's advice.
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The protagonist never strikes out again after trying to clear his mind as Yoda suggested.
The protagonist never strikes out again after trying to clear his mind as Yoda suggested.
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The protagonist realizes he made progress in managing his emotions by not crying or making a scene.
The protagonist realizes he made progress in managing his emotions by not crying or making a scene.
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The text explores themes of frustration, seeking guidance, and managing emotions.
The text explores themes of frustration, seeking guidance, and managing emotions.
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The protagonist's journey does not reflect the struggle to overcome personal challenges.
The protagonist's journey does not reflect the struggle to overcome personal challenges.
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The protagonist desires to hit a home run to prove he is better than his peers.
The protagonist desires to hit a home run to prove he is better than his peers.
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The protagonist questions why he should hate players like Tater Tot who are better at softball.
The protagonist questions why he should hate players like Tater Tot who are better at softball.
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Yoda's advice helps the protagonist immediately become a star softball player.
Yoda's advice helps the protagonist immediately become a star softball player.
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The protagonist feels mocked by his peers for seeking advice from Yoda.
The protagonist feels mocked by his peers for seeking advice from Yoda.
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Tommy suggests that Lance should stay in Dwight's seat at the lunch table.
Tommy suggests that Lance should stay in Dwight's seat at the lunch table.
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Harvey believes that he is perfect and not annoying at all.
Harvey believes that he is perfect and not annoying at all.
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Dwight always runs to the cafeteria to be the first in line.
Dwight always runs to the cafeteria to be the first in line.
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The narrator, Tommy, feels comfortable being dragged into the conflict between Lance and Dwight.
The narrator, Tommy, feels comfortable being dragged into the conflict between Lance and Dwight.
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Origami Yoda is a paper finger puppet with a Yoda voice, believed by some to have magical powers
Origami Yoda is a paper finger puppet with a Yoda voice, believed by some to have magical powers
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Dwight uses Origami Yoda to make predictions and give advice
Dwight uses Origami Yoda to make predictions and give advice
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An eighth-grader, Marcie, turns to Origami Yoda for help with the school spelling bee
An eighth-grader, Marcie, turns to Origami Yoda for help with the school spelling bee
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Origami Yoda provides a word, 'mulked,' which Marcie believes is the key to winning the spelling bee
Origami Yoda provides a word, 'mulked,' which Marcie believes is the key to winning the spelling bee
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Marcie does not win the spelling bee, feeling betrayed and calling Origami Yoda a fraud
Marcie does not win the spelling bee, feeling betrayed and calling Origami Yoda a fraud
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Harvey questions whether Origami Yoda's wrong answer was a deliberate Jedi Mind Trick to make Marcie lose
Harvey questions whether Origami Yoda's wrong answer was a deliberate Jedi Mind Trick to make Marcie lose
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Harvey and others believe that looking up the word 'mulct' in a dictionary would have revealed the trick
Harvey and others believe that looking up the word 'mulct' in a dictionary would have revealed the trick
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The story explores the power of belief and the potential for manipulation, leaving the true nature of Origami Yoda's abilities uncertain
The story explores the power of belief and the potential for manipulation, leaving the true nature of Origami Yoda's abilities uncertain
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Dwight or Origami Yoda purposely gave Marcie the wrong word to make her lose
Dwight or Origami Yoda purposely gave Marcie the wrong word to make her lose
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The next day, Origami Yoda provides a word, 'mulked,' which Marcie believes is the key to winning
The next day, Origami Yoda provides a word, 'mulked,' which Marcie believes is the key to winning
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The story explores the transformative influence of Origami Yoda
The story explores the transformative influence of Origami Yoda
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The narrator wants scientific evidence to prove if Origami Yoda is real
The narrator wants scientific evidence to prove if Origami Yoda is real
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Quavondo spends $63.48 on 120 bags of Cheetos for the entire sixth grade
Quavondo spends $63.48 on 120 bags of Cheetos for the entire sixth grade
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Quavondo becomes the target of ridicule, being called 'Cheeto Hog' by his classmates
Quavondo becomes the target of ridicule, being called 'Cheeto Hog' by his classmates
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Quavondo seeks advice from Origami Yoda, but Dwight initially refuses
Quavondo seeks advice from Origami Yoda, but Dwight initially refuses
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Quavondo's plan to distribute Cheetos at the assembly begins to have an impact
Quavondo's plan to distribute Cheetos at the assembly begins to have an impact
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The story highlights Quavondo's attempt to change his social status through a unique and unexpected act
The story highlights Quavondo's attempt to change his social status through a unique and unexpected act
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Origami Yoda advises Quavondo to buy Cheetos for everyone at an upcoming assembly
Origami Yoda advises Quavondo to buy Cheetos for everyone at an upcoming assembly
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Mr. Howell eventually allows Quavondo to get the Cheetos but warns against wasting money on food
Mr. Howell eventually allows Quavondo to get the Cheetos but warns against wasting money on food
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Quavondo purchases 120 bags of Cheetos for the entire sixth grade, spending $63.48
Quavondo purchases 120 bags of Cheetos for the entire sixth grade, spending $63.48
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Quavondo brings the Cheetos to school and prepares for the assembly featuring Mr. Good Clean Fun
Quavondo brings the Cheetos to school and prepares for the assembly featuring Mr. Good Clean Fun
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Quavondo's purchase from the vending machine leads to a confrontation with Mr. Howell, the teacher
Quavondo's purchase from the vending machine leads to a confrontation with Mr. Howell, the teacher
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Quavondo seeks Origami Yoda's advice after being teased for buying Cheetos from a vending machine on a school trip
Quavondo seeks Origami Yoda's advice after being teased for buying Cheetos from a vending machine on a school trip
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The text showcases Quavondo's journey of dealing with teasing and seeking advice from Origami Yoda
The text showcases Quavondo's journey of dealing with teasing and seeking advice from Origami Yoda
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Tommy lists the Top 10 weirdest things Dwight has done, questioning if it's related to Origami Yoda
Tommy lists the Top 10 weirdest things Dwight has done, questioning if it's related to Origami Yoda
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Dwight behaves like a hypnotized chicken when not annoying others
Dwight behaves like a hypnotized chicken when not annoying others
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Dwight can have normal conversations, fold origami, and get straight A’s in math
Dwight can have normal conversations, fold origami, and get straight A’s in math
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Tommy breaks Mr. Snider’s Shakespeare head and fears punishment, but no one notices
Tommy breaks Mr. Snider’s Shakespeare head and fears punishment, but no one notices
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Mr. Snider notices the missing Shakespeare head and expects it back due to its sentimental value
Mr. Snider notices the missing Shakespeare head and expects it back due to its sentimental value
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Tommy feels lonely as a new student, struggling to find friends and activities to do before school
Tommy feels lonely as a new student, struggling to find friends and activities to do before school
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Dwight wore a cape to school until the principal made him stop
Dwight wore a cape to school until the principal made him stop
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Dwight asks a Native American about pre-Columbus underwear, leaving others unsure if he's funny or just nuts
Dwight asks a Native American about pre-Columbus underwear, leaving others unsure if he's funny or just nuts
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Dwight makes a loud knuckle-popping sound, acts like a jerk when people are nice to him, and tried to be called 'Captain Dwight'
Dwight makes a loud knuckle-popping sound, acts like a jerk when people are nice to him, and tried to be called 'Captain Dwight'
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Dwight spewing juice on cupcakes, lying on library floors, and wearing the same T-shirt for a month
Dwight spewing juice on cupcakes, lying on library floors, and wearing the same T-shirt for a month
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Dwight's Quirks and the Broken Shakespeare Head takes place at the monthly PTA Fun Night in the school gymnasium
Dwight's Quirks and the Broken Shakespeare Head takes place at the monthly PTA Fun Night in the school gymnasium
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Dwight's behavior, including talking to Origami Yoda, makes him popular and well-liked by others
Dwight's behavior, including talking to Origami Yoda, makes him popular and well-liked by others
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- Cassie decides to keep the broken Shakespeare head in her backpack.
- Cassie decides to keep the broken Shakespeare head in her backpack.
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- Dwight advises Cassie to seek guidance from Origami Yoda, an origami finger puppet.
- Dwight advises Cassie to seek guidance from Origami Yoda, an origami finger puppet.
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- Mr. Snider, the teacher, is upset when he finds out about the broken Shakespeare head.
- Mr. Snider, the teacher, is upset when he finds out about the broken Shakespeare head.
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- Cassie questions whether Dwight's wisdom comes from Origami Yoda or from his own thoughts.
- Cassie questions whether Dwight's wisdom comes from Origami Yoda or from his own thoughts.
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- Cassie seeks advice from Dwight and Origami Yoda about watching an R-rated movie with her classmates.
- Cassie seeks advice from Dwight and Origami Yoda about watching an R-rated movie with her classmates.
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- Dwight advises Cassie to watch the R-rated movie.
- Dwight advises Cassie to watch the R-rated movie.
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- Cassie's decision-making process is influenced by her need for approval and conformity.
- Cassie's decision-making process is influenced by her need for approval and conformity.
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- Dwight's decision-making process is not influenced by his need for approval and conformity.
- Dwight's decision-making process is not influenced by his need for approval and conformity.
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- The story primarily focuses on the protagonist's struggle to overcome personal challenges.
- The story primarily focuses on the protagonist's struggle to overcome personal challenges.
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- Cassie faces a conflict between her desire to fit in and her parents' rules.
- Cassie faces a conflict between her desire to fit in and her parents' rules.
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- Origami Yoda's advice proves valuable to the characters.
- Origami Yoda's advice proves valuable to the characters.
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- The broken Shakespeare head is replaced with a makeshift one made from real Play-Doh.
- The broken Shakespeare head is replaced with a makeshift one made from real Play-Doh.
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Tommy felt guilty for not telling Harvey about Caroline and the pencils
Tommy felt guilty for not telling Harvey about Caroline and the pencils
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Dwight's yelling in the library was the second kind, where he was so mad he didn't care about getting in trouble
Dwight's yelling in the library was the second kind, where he was so mad he didn't care about getting in trouble
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The librarian, Mrs. Calhoun, approached Dwight and the narrator when he yelled 'JERK'
The librarian, Mrs. Calhoun, approached Dwight and the narrator when he yelled 'JERK'
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Harvey made fun of Dwight's sweater vest when homeroom started
Harvey made fun of Dwight's sweater vest when homeroom started
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Tommy is confident in his belief of Origami Yoda's authenticity
Tommy is confident in his belief of Origami Yoda's authenticity
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The protagonist is hesitant to ask a girl to dance at the Fun Night
The protagonist is hesitant to ask a girl to dance at the Fun Night
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The narrator fears that asking a girl to dance will end in embarrassment
The narrator fears that asking a girl to dance will end in embarrassment
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Origami Yoda accurately predicted Terrell's elimination from American Idol
Origami Yoda accurately predicted Terrell's elimination from American Idol
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Dwight is not allowed to watch TV, raising the possibility of Origami Yoda's ability to see the future
Dwight is not allowed to watch TV, raising the possibility of Origami Yoda's ability to see the future
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Tommy tells a story where Amy, Rhondella, and the narrator encounter Dwight's Yoda persona and Kellen mentions a pop quiz prediction by Origami Yoda
Tommy tells a story where Amy, Rhondella, and the narrator encounter Dwight's Yoda persona and Kellen mentions a pop quiz prediction by Origami Yoda
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The group debates whether using Origami Yoda's prediction for the pop quiz is considered cheating
The group debates whether using Origami Yoda's prediction for the pop quiz is considered cheating
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The pop quiz on leaf parts is announced in science class, and those who studied with Origami Yoda's prediction score well
The pop quiz on leaf parts is announced in science class, and those who studied with Origami Yoda's prediction score well
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The narrator confesses to the teacher about knowing about the pop quiz in advance, but the teacher denies deciding before class
The narrator confesses to the teacher about knowing about the pop quiz in advance, but the teacher denies deciding before class
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The narrator retakes the pop quiz and scores a 96 after initially doing poorly due to illness
The narrator retakes the pop quiz and scores a 96 after initially doing poorly due to illness
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Harvey expresses concern about the ethical implications of using Origami Yoda's predictions and the responsibility that comes with its perceived power
Harvey expresses concern about the ethical implications of using Origami Yoda's predictions and the responsibility that comes with its perceived power
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The group studies for the pop quiz based on Origami Yoda's prediction despite the ethical dilemma
The group studies for the pop quiz based on Origami Yoda's prediction despite the ethical dilemma
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Dwight is questioned about his extrasensory perception due to Origami Yoda's accurate predictions
Dwight is questioned about his extrasensory perception due to Origami Yoda's accurate predictions
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Kellen credits Origami Yoda with saving his life, leading to a discussion on whether using its predictions is ethical
Kellen credits Origami Yoda with saving his life, leading to a discussion on whether using its predictions is ethical
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The narrator speculates about the possibility of Dwight having extrasensory perception due to Origami Yoda's accurate predictions
The narrator speculates about the possibility of Dwight having extrasensory perception due to Origami Yoda's accurate predictions
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Tommy initially refuses but later decides to believe in Origami Yoda
Tommy initially refuses but later decides to believe in Origami Yoda
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Dwight proposes a duel between the Yodas to determine who is right about Sara's feelings
Dwight proposes a duel between the Yodas to determine who is right about Sara's feelings
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Tommy feels pressured to choose between Harvey and Dwight
Tommy feels pressured to choose between Harvey and Dwight
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Tommy is conflicted about making a decision based on Sara's feelings
Tommy is conflicted about making a decision based on Sara's feelings
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Tommy reflects on Harvey's criticism and his own behavior towards Dwight
Tommy reflects on Harvey's criticism and his own behavior towards Dwight
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Tommy denies saying 'You must be an expert' about Harvey's Yoda
Tommy denies saying 'You must be an expert' about Harvey's Yoda
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Harvey tries to crumple Dwight's Yoda, but Kellen and Tommy stop him
Harvey tries to crumple Dwight's Yoda, but Kellen and Tommy stop him
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Tommy struggles with choosing between Harvey and Dwight's perspectives
Tommy struggles with choosing between Harvey and Dwight's perspectives
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Tommy feels that Harvey has been annoying but may be right about Sara
Tommy feels that Harvey has been annoying but may be right about Sara
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Tommy is hesitant to believe Dwight and doesn't want to humiliate himself
Tommy is hesitant to believe Dwight and doesn't want to humiliate himself
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Dwight claims that Harvey's Yoda is based on a popular online pattern
Dwight claims that Harvey's Yoda is based on a popular online pattern
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The duel involves Tommy asking Sara to dance at the PTA Fun Night
The duel involves Tommy asking Sara to dance at the PTA Fun Night
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Origami Yoda provides consistently helpful and satisfying responses to the characters' questions
Origami Yoda provides consistently helpful and satisfying responses to the characters' questions
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The narrator seeks advice from Origami Yoda regarding a romantic interest named Sara
The narrator seeks advice from Origami Yoda regarding a romantic interest named Sara
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Dwight's unhelpful responses and evasiveness irritate the narrator
Dwight's unhelpful responses and evasiveness irritate the narrator
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The story emphasizes the disappointment and confusion resulting from Origami Yoda's unhelpful responses
The story emphasizes the disappointment and confusion resulting from Origami Yoda's unhelpful responses
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The characters in the story easily find clarity and assistance from seeking advice from Origami Yoda
The characters in the story easily find clarity and assistance from seeking advice from Origami Yoda
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The text portrays the frustration and confusion experienced by the characters when seeking meaningful guidance from Origami Yoda
The text portrays the frustration and confusion experienced by the characters when seeking meaningful guidance from Origami Yoda
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The story underscores the challenges and complexities of seeking advice and understanding feelings in adolescence
The story underscores the challenges and complexities of seeking advice and understanding feelings in adolescence
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The characters in the story ultimately find the magical source of Origami Yoda to be reliable and accurate
The characters in the story ultimately find the magical source of Origami Yoda to be reliable and accurate
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The protagonist's struggle with understanding Sara's feelings is a central theme in the story
The protagonist's struggle with understanding Sara's feelings is a central theme in the story
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The characters in the story never question the authenticity of Origami Yoda's wisdom
The characters in the story never question the authenticity of Origami Yoda's wisdom
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The story highlights the potential drawbacks of using unconventional methods like Origami Yoda for guidance
The story highlights the potential drawbacks of using unconventional methods like Origami Yoda for guidance
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The characters in the story consistently receive practical and effective guidance from Origami Yoda
The characters in the story consistently receive practical and effective guidance from Origami Yoda
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Tommy seeks advice from Origami Yoda about a girl and feels confused
Tommy seeks advice from Origami Yoda about a girl and feels confused
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Harvey's commentary is included, expressing embarrassment and creating his own Origami Yoda
Harvey's commentary is included, expressing embarrassment and creating his own Origami Yoda
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The new Origami Yoda 'predicts' that the girl dislikes Tommy, causing embarrassment
The new Origami Yoda 'predicts' that the girl dislikes Tommy, causing embarrassment
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Dwight, feeling pressured, tears up Origami Yoda and throws it away
Dwight, feeling pressured, tears up Origami Yoda and throws it away
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The situation with the new Origami Yoda causes embarrassment and disbelief in its accuracy
The situation with the new Origami Yoda causes embarrassment and disbelief in its accuracy
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Kellen asks a question about a girl to the new Origami Yoda, causing a commotion
Kellen asks a question about a girl to the new Origami Yoda, causing a commotion
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Harvey's Origami Yoda impresses Tommy and Kellen
Harvey's Origami Yoda impresses Tommy and Kellen
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Tommy confronts Dwight about his behavior and mentions Origami Yoda's advice
Tommy confronts Dwight about his behavior and mentions Origami Yoda's advice
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Tommy apologizes to his friends for the situation
Tommy apologizes to his friends for the situation
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Tommy shows a real Origami Yoda to his friends, claiming it gives better advice
Tommy shows a real Origami Yoda to his friends, claiming it gives better advice
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Harvey makes his own Origami Yoda, claiming it's better than Dwight's
Harvey makes his own Origami Yoda, claiming it's better than Dwight's
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At lunch, Tommy tries to get an explanation from Dwight through Origami Yoda but fails
At lunch, Tommy tries to get an explanation from Dwight through Origami Yoda but fails
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Study Notes
Struggling with Softball and Seeking Help from Origami Yoda
- The protagonist has struggled with playing softball since first grade, often striking out and feeling frustrated.
- He desires to hit a home run and be a hero to overcome his past failures.
- The protagonist seeks advice from Dwight's Yoda puppet, hoping to tap into the Force to improve his game.
- Despite expressing his frustrations to Yoda, he receives little response and feels mocked by his peers.
- Yoda advises him to let go of his feelings, warning against hate and revenge leading to the dark side.
- During a P.E. game, the protagonist tries to clear his mind as Yoda suggested, hoping to improve his performance.
- He receives a ball for the first time and refrains from swinging at high pitches, showing progress in controlling his emotions.
- Despite trying to follow Yoda's advice, the protagonist still strikes out and feels confused and disappointed.
- The protagonist realizes he didn't cry or make a scene, showing progress in managing his emotions.
- He acknowledges that players like Tater Tot are better at softball and questions why he should hate them.
- The text explores themes of frustration, seeking guidance, managing emotions, and acceptance of one's limitations.
- The protagonist's journey reflects the struggle to overcome personal challenges and the complexities of self-improvement.
"The Strange Case of the Shakespeare Head"
- Cassie contemplates getting rid of a broken Shakespeare head stolen from her teacher
- Dwight, a peculiar classmate, notices the Shakespeare head in Cassie's backpack
- Dwight deduces that Cassie took the broken Shakespeare head from the classroom
- Dwight advises Cassie to seek guidance from Origami Yoda, an origami finger puppet
- Cassie tries to replace the broken Shakespeare head with a makeshift one made from fake Play-Doh
- Mr. Snider, the teacher, finds the replacement humorous and is not upset
- Cassie questions whether Dwight's wisdom comes from Origami Yoda or from his own thoughts
- Cassie faces a dilemma about watching an R-rated movie with her classmates
- Cassie seeks advice from Dwight and Origami Yoda about the movie predicament
- Dwight expresses a desire to watch the movie despite advising Cassie against it
- Cassie faces a conflict between her desire to fit in and her parents' rules
- Cassie and Dwight's decision-making processes are influenced by their need for approval and conformity
The Tragic Death of Origami Yoda
- Tommy confronts Dwight about his behavior and mentions Origami Yoda's advice
- Tommy seeks advice from Origami Yoda about a girl and feels confused
- At lunch, Tommy tries to get an explanation from Dwight through Origami Yoda but fails
- Dwight, feeling pressured, tears up Origami Yoda and throws it away
- Harvey makes his own Origami Yoda, claiming it's better than Dwight's
- Tommy shows a real Origami Yoda to his friends, claiming it gives better advice
- Kellen asks a question about a girl to the new Origami Yoda, causing a commotion
- The new Origami Yoda "predicts" that the girl dislikes Tommy, causing embarrassment
- Tommy apologizes to his friends for the situation
- Harvey's commentary is included, expressing embarrassment and creating his own Origami Yoda
- Harvey's Origami Yoda impresses Tommy and Kellen
- The situation with the new Origami Yoda causes embarrassment and disbelief in its accuracy
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Explore the adventures and life lessons in the Origami Yoda book series, following the struggles and experiences of protagonists seeking guidance from an origami finger puppet. Dive into the themes of self-improvement, managing emotions, seeking advice, and personal challenges.
